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FORVIA wins over USD 1 billion in new and extended business from major European automaker
FORVIA SE has secured more than USD 1 billion in new and extended business awards from a major European automaker.
The awards cover front seat structures, foam, trim covers, and complete seat assembly designed to enhance comfort and reduce weight; instrument and door panels incorporating natural fiber materials; and
Adient reveals revolutionary ModuTec seat manufacturing system
On January 22, Adient announced its latest breakthrough innovation, ModuTec, a smart solution that redefines how vehicle seats are manufactured.
ModuTec is a modular seat design solution intended to greatly simplify the seat build process and enable higher levels of automation. ModuTec was developed after in-depth an
Faurecia settles auto seat frame project in Jiaxing
Faurecia, a Forvia subsidiary, signed a cooperation agreement on a new automotive frame project with the Jiaxing National High-Tech Industrial Development Zone.
In 2021, Faurecia established a Jiaxing subsidiary for automotive components and systems. Mainly engaged in the R&D and manufacturing of products related to
Adient to close seat cover factory in Ploiesti, Romania, by mid-2027
Multiple local media sources reported that Adient plc (Adient) plans to close its seat cover factory in Ploiesti, Romania, by mid-2027, affecting over 1,000 employees.
The decision reflects uncertainty surrounding the pace of the transition to e-mobility, weaker consumer demand, declining market volumes, and intensif
Tavria, Russia starts production of seat upholstery for Lada Iskra
On December 4, Tavria, a textile supplier to the Russian auto industry, has begun industrial production of seat upholstery for Lada Iskra vehicles. The company has automated its upholstery cutting facility in Syzran, Samara Oblast region.
The total investment in the production development amounted to approx. RUB 22
[JMS 2025 Exclusive Interview] Toyota Boshoku, as a creator of space in vehicle interiors, is advancing its business of planning and proposing products designed around the concept of space on the move
The Japan Mobility Show (JMS) was held from October 29, 2025. During the show, MarkLines conducted exclusive interviews with several companies. Marklines interviewed Mr. Hiroshi Mizobata, who is the General Manager of the Business Planning Department, Technical Management Segment at Toyota Boshoku.
Toyota Boshoku’s e
Polad Group, Russia, produces seating component for Lada vehicles
On November 26, the Federal Industrial Development Fund (IDF) announced that Penny Bereg (part of the Polad Group) has begun production of seat cushion sets for Lada Vesta and Lada Aura vehicles in Tolyatti. Total production capacity will be up to 150,000 sets per year. Investment in the production facility totaled
RECARO Automotive opens German center in Filderstadt, Stuttgart
RECARO Automotive GmbH officially opened its new German center in Filderstadt, Stuttgart, on November 20, 2025.
The center is designed to foster collaboration and innovation. It houses sales, marketing, program management, and engineering departments. It is a place where ideas become reality, where talent meets techn
Infineon expands MOTIX SoC family with new solutions for BDC and BLDC motor applications
On October 31, Infineon Technologies AG announced that it is expanding its MOTIX 32-bit motor control SoC (System-on-chip) family with new solutions for both brushed (BDC) and brushless (BLDC) motor applications: TLE994x and TLE995x.
The new products are tailored for small- to medium-sized automotive motors. The thr
Adient to liquidate its branch in Novo Mesto, Slovenia in 2026
Several media sources reported that Adient plc (Adient)’s Novo Mesto branch in Slovenia will be liquidated in 2026, affecting approximately 100 employees.
The closure follows the end of the Renault Clio project and the non-renewal of further supply contracts. Renault is expected to cease production of the Clio at the
FORVIA to supply its Zen Massage Seat system to new IM LS9 SUV
FORVIA SE has signed a five-year deal to supply its new Zen Massage Seat system to the IM LS9, a new six-seat, full-size SUV of IM Motors, a SAIC Motor sub-brand, with production planned to start in October 2025.
The contract marks the first use of FORVIA’s mechanical massage solution in a production vehicle. The sys
Adient and Autoliv co-develop safety solutions for zero-gravity seats
Adient plc (Adient) and Autoliv Inc. (Autoliv) have co-developed innovative safety solutions that enhance occupant protection in deeply reclined “zero-gravity” seating positions.
The solutions, now ready for mass production, help protect critical areas such as the head, neck, chest, and pelvis. They combine Adient’s
FORVIA to supply seating comfort solutions to three Hyundai and KIA models
On October 13, FORVIA won a business to supply seating comfort solutions from Hyundai-Kia. This project includes seating solutions for three Hyundai and KIA models, which are scheduled to go on sale in Europe and the United States starting in 2027.
Hyundai-Kia selected a compact four-way adjustable pneumatic lumbar s
Adient presents its “Pure Ergonomics” seating concept
On September 25, Adient presented its “Pure Ergonomics” seating concept, which significantly improves ergonomics and space in the vehicle interior. The new front seat concept is based on Adient’s “Autonomous Elegance” demonstrator. Compared to similar segments, it offers up to 60 mm of additional space in the foot an
Egyptian minister meets with Adient and Deniz, Turkiye, officials to discuss seat component plant
On September 23, the Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade, Egypt, met with the officials of Adient and the Turkish company Deniz. This partnership between the two companies created a joint venture, Deniz Adient. They are planning a project in Ismailia, Egypt.
The meeting reviewed the project's implementation pha
Brose Sitech completes acquisition of Proseat Group
Brose Fahrzeugteile SE & Co. KG (Brose)’s joint venture Brose Sitech announced the completion of its acquisition of the Proseat Group from the Japanese chemical company Sekisui Kasei.
Headquartered in Mörfelden-Walldorf, Germany, Proseat is a European leading manufacturer of foam and lightweight car seat components m
Bharat Seats, India, update about new product development
In its annual report for FY 2024-25 (ending March 31, 2025), Bharat Seats Limited announced that its R&D team is working on more than 4 mid-cycle actions (small changes) and 4 major changes for passenger car seats. It has also won two new businesses for passenger car carpets. The company is also working on a Roof and
Adient presents ModuGo Seat
On August 25, Adient presented the ModuGo seat. ModuGo enables automakers to achieve higher efficiency and lower cost. It has a modular design that enables highly agile product development and manufacturing. ModuGo’s modular car seat design boosts assembly efficiency by 36.3%, cuts processes by 34%, and increases out
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